Manufacturing Quality Manager

Quality Manager - Retford - £48,000 - £50,000We''re working with a growing manufacturing business to recruit a hands-on Quality Manager who will play a key role in developing quality standards, improving manufacturing processes and embedding quality into day-to-day production. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to take the next step in their career. Rather than inheriting a mature quality function, you''ll have the opportunity to shape and develop quality across the site, working closely alongside Production, Operations and Engineering to drive continuous improvement. This is a highly visible role where success will come from being on the shopfloor, solving problems, coaching teams and implementing practical improvements rather than managing from behind a desk.Package and Benefits:Early finish on a FridayPensionFree parking24 days holiday plus bank holidays and birthday offKey Responsibilities:Drive quality improvements across manufacturing operations.Support production teams in resolving day-to-day quality issues.Develop practical quality standards, procedures and work instructions.Lead root cause investigations using practical problem-solving techniques.Reduce internal defects, waste and customer complaints.Build quality into manufacturing processes rather than relying on inspection.Maintain and improve the Quality Management System (ISO9001).Lead internal audits and support external audits.Monitor quality ..... full job details .....